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Discover Christchurch’s Best City Experiences

The Christchurch Tram is a charming way to explore the city, with 18 stops at must-see attractions like the Botanic Gardens and Riverside Market. Its hop-on, hop-off pass lets you travel at your own pace, adding flexibility to your sightseeing. From colourful New Regent Street to the lush greenery of Hagley Park, it’s the perfect blend of history and convenience.

Pair your tram ride with the Christchurch Gondola for a full day of unforgettable views and experiences. The gondola ride takes you to the top of the Port Hills, where sweeping views stretch across the city and coastline. With a café, walking tracks, and family-friendly attractions, it’s a highlight not to be missed.

Why the Tram & Gondola Pass is a Top Choice

Combining two iconic Christchurch experiences, the Tram & Gondola Pass offers unbeatable value. Visitors can enjoy the convenience of city sightseeing along with the adventure of a scenic mountain ride. It’s the ultimate way to see the best of Christchurch in one day.

Whether you’re after panoramic photos, a relaxed city tour, or simply a fun day out, this pass has it all. Families, couples, and solo travellers alike will love the variety and flexibility it provides. It’s no wonder this combo is considered one of Christchurch’s top attractions.

  • All-day Christchurch Tram ticket.
  • Return Gondola ticket.
  • Flexibility to visit both attractions on the same day or different days.
  • Gondola hours: 10am-4pm daily. Last ride down 60 minutes after closing.
  • Tram hours: 9:50am - 5pm daily. Last tram departs stop one at 4pm.
  • Adults: 16 years +
  • Children: 5-15 years
  • Infants: Under 5 years go free.
  • Family Pass: 2 adults and up to 3 children
  • All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • 2 days or more: Full refund*
  • Between 2 days and 24 hours: 75% refund*
  • Within 24 hours/No Show: No refund

Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*

Frequently asked questions

Our base station is fully wheelchair accessible, and a wheelchair is available for guests to borrow from reception. The Gondola cabins can accommodate manual wheelchairs up to 600mm wide, which is the maximum width of the cabin doorway. At the summit station, an elevator allows wheelchair users easy access to the café, observatory, and function spaces. However, please note that the Christchurch Discovery Ride is not accessible for wheelchairs.

The Christchurch Gondola ride usually lasts about 10 minutes, but at top speed, the journey can be completed in just 4 minutes and 30 seconds.

Christchurch Tram Hours: 9:50am - 5pm daily. Last tram departs stop one at 4pm.

Trams run approximately every 10-15 minutes in summer and every 15-25 minutes in winter. Tickets valid for 1 calendar day.

There are currently 18 stops throughout central Christchurch. Customers can hop on and off at any stop, and our trams will pause at every stop so there is no need to alert the driver in advance that you would like to board or disembark.

Two of Christchurch Trams are able to accommodate up to 2 manual wheelchairs on board at one time using the wheelchair hoist located in Cathedral Junction (please note that motorised wheelchairs are too heavy for the hoist to lift, and the maximum safe working load is 250kg). We recommend phoning ahead on the day to check whether wheelchair-accessible trams are operating and what time they will be departing from Cathedral Junction.

No, you can visit the attractions on different days if you prefer.

No, the Christchurch Tram doesn't go to the Gondola. The Gondola is about a 15-minute drive from the city centre. You can also reach it by taking public bus number 8 from the Christchurch Bus Interchange, which stops right at the Gondola Base Station.

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